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63302 Remove vertebral xdrl body thrlmb

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: thoracolumbar anterior vertebrectomy, anterior thoracolumbar corpectomy

Removal of vertebral body with anterior approach in the thoracolumbar region. This procedure involves anterior vertebrectomy at the thoracolumbar junction.

Clinical Context

Used for pathology at the thoracolumbar junction requiring anterior decompression.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU30.37
Practice Expense RVU20.45
Malpractice RVU12.83
Total RVU63.65

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,125.91

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic Spine SurgeryNeurosurgery

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